Good Faith Estimate & Legal

Your right to an estimate: 

Authentic Healing LLC supports clear, upfront conversations about counseling costs. If you are uninsured or are not using insurance, federal law generally entitles you to a written Good Faith Estimate of expected charges for non-emergency care. 

This page explains that right. Your clinician will provide an individualized estimate based on the services and frequency planned for your care; this webpage is not your personal estimate. 

When you should receive it

• Care scheduled 3–9 business days ahead: within 1 business day after scheduling.

• Care scheduled at least 10 business days ahead: within 3 business days after scheduling.

• An estimate requested before scheduling: within 3 business days of the request.

Understanding your costs: 

Your estimate should itemize expected services and charges. Counseling costs may depend on session type, length, and frequency. The same self-pay rates apply to all team members: $60 for individual counseling and $80 for couples or family counseling per session. Confirm current fees and insurance benefits before scheduling. An estimate is not a contract requiring you to receive care, and unexpected services may affect actual charges. Keep a copy of your written estimate. 

If your bill is higher

If a provider’s bill is at least $400 above that provider’s Good Faith Estimate, you may qualify for the federal patient-provider dispute process. You generally must begin the process within 120 calendar days of receiving the initial bill. Contact the practice about billing questions and consult CMS for eligibility and instructions. 

Request an estimate. 

Contact Authentic Healing LLC through each clinician in the SimplePractice Portal. Keep initial inquiries brief and avoid including sensitive clinical information. 

Website and social-media information: 

This website and linked social-media content provide general information and do not replace individualized clinical assessment or treatment. Viewing this site or following an account does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Please use the practice’s appointment portal for scheduling; do not post private health information in public comments or send it through social media. Do not use website inquiries or social media for emergency help. For immediate danger or a medical emergency, call 911.

Resources 

CMS: Good Faith Estimates and timing
CMS: Notice of your right to an estimate
CMS: No Surprises Act consumer resources. 

Adapted from Authentic Healing LLC’s existing Good Faith Estimate notice, with timing and dispute information checked against CMS guidance. Updated October 14, 2026.